| 词汇 | cortisol |
| 释义 | cortisol noun[ U ] uk /ˈkɔː.tɪ.zɒl/ us /ˈkɔːr.t̬ə.zɑːl/ biology, chemistry, medical, psychology specialized a hormone(= a chemical made in the body) produced by the adrenal glands(= small organs above the kidneys) in response to stress(= the state of feeling frightened, very worried, threatened by danger, etc.): Producing too much or too little cortisol can cause health problems. Stress raises cortisol levels, suppressing antibodies and thereby weakening your immune system. See also stress hormone medical specialized the hormonecortisol used as a medical drug to treat inflammation(= sore, swollen areas), for example on the skin or in the joints: Administration of an immunosuppressant like cortisol will help reduce inflammation. Compare cortisone A chronically stressed person can lose the ability to regulate cortisol. Many forms of psychological stress increase the synthesis and release of cortisol. Young babies left to cry will produce higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which attacks the immune system. Perhaps surprisingly, it is now well established that cortisol levels are lower than normal in people suffering from PTSD. It has been reported that raised cortisol levels correlate with increased risk of cancer. Cortisone medications mimic the action of cortisol but tend to be more powerful. Substances & structures in the body abductor accessorius ACL actin adductor funiculus fusiform glomerular glomerulus GnRH navicular neuroendocrine neurohormonal neurohormone nociceptive tendinous tendinum tendo tensor Th You can also find related words, phrases, and synonyms in the topics: The brain & nervous system Medicines & drugs |
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